Today, there's a lot of emphasis on sudden success. If a book doesn’t hit a bestseller list the week it comes out, it is quickly forgotten. If a record doesn’t hit “the … [Read more...] about Learn to Love the Work, or Do Something Else (and Other Lessons on Enduring Greatness)
Archives for May 2018
The Journey to Meaningful Work: Interview with Shawn Askinosie
At some point in life, most of us will go through a career transition. Maybe you get let go or it's just not a good fit, but whatever the reason, as some level, you know … [Read more...] about The Journey to Meaningful Work: Interview with Shawn Askinosie
When Should You Work for Free?
Never. That’s when. You should always work for something. Never work for free. In my bestselling book, Real Artists Don’t Starve, I made the argument that creative … [Read more...] about When Should You Work for Free?
How Positivity Helps You Find Your Purpose: Jon Gordon
Many of us want to find our purpose in life. We want to know that what we're doing ultimately matters. We want to leave our mark on the world. But how do we do this? The … [Read more...] about How Positivity Helps You Find Your Purpose: Jon Gordon
Do Real Artists Really Starve?
It's been almost a year since publishing my book Real Artists Don't Starve. During that time, I learned some great lessons in writing, art, and business that seemed good … [Read more...] about Do Real Artists Really Starve?
How to Successfully Blend Creativity and Commerce: Interview with Madeline Ellis
Is it possible to blend your art and creativity with commerce and entrepreneurship? Can you still be passionate about your art while blending creativity with commerce? … [Read more...] about How to Successfully Blend Creativity and Commerce: Interview with Madeline Ellis